Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Jacksonville Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $500 (255 Rentals)

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property at 1125 E 24th St

$600

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 2

1125 E 24th St

JacksonvilleFL32206

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property at 1255 Hart St

$600 - $650

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

1255 Hart St

JacksonvilleFL32209

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property at 1151 W 25th St

$740

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1151 W 25th St

JacksonvilleFL32209
property at 1145 W 25th St

$745

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1145 W 25th St

JacksonvilleFL32209

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property at 148 W 6th St

$800 - $1,700

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$800 - $1,700
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1 To 3 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

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148 W 6th St

JacksonvilleFL32206

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Central Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Jacksonville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Jacksonville area of Jacksonville, FL is a Studio unit found at Patriot Spring on Market priced from $516. Patriot Spring has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $614. Here are the most affordable Central Jacksonville apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Patriot Spring on Market0 Bedroom 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$516
Patriot Spring1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$614
Case De Marco ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$850
2053 College Cir N2bed1bath1BR,1BA$850
Villas On The Hill1x11BR,1BA$875
Paloma's ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$895
Riverbank ApartmentsRENOVATED MODERN 1 BED 1 BATH - Call our leasin...1BR,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Jacksonville, FL

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Jacksonville area is the $1.19 price per square foot The Huguenot Model at The Harper at Trout River in the in the Ribault neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Central Jacksonville apartment is the 2604 Dellwood Ave Model at 2604 Dellwood Ave, Unit 2604 Dellwood starting at $1,777 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Jacksonville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Harper at Trout RiverThe Huguenot4BR,2BA$1.19
2604 Dellwood Ave, Unit 2604 Dellwood2604 Dellwood Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
2779 Post St, Unit 2777 post st jacksonville2779 Post St2BR,1BA$1.00
Cedar Creek Villas2 Bedroom Large2BR,1.5BA$1.01
1753 Tyler street, Unit 1753 Tyler St1753 Tyler street2BR,1BA$1.07
Hyde GroveB12BR,1BA$1.11
Madelyn Oaks ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%2BR,2BA$1.15
2053 College Cir N2bed1bath1BR,1BA$0.96
Patriot Spring2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.89
1824 W 14th St, Unit 31824 W 14th St2BR,1BA$1.18

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Jacksonville Student Housing Guide: Where to Rent Near UNF, JU, FSCJ and EWU

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Central Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL

Ranked #4

Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Jacksonville

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Jacksonville?

There are currently 776 Apartments for Rent in Central Jacksonville, FL with pricing that ranges from $500 to $4,424. There are also 580 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Jacksonville ranging from $525 to $4,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Jacksonville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Jacksonville ranges from $525 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,642.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Jacksonville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Jacksonville range from $926 to $4,424, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $650 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,312.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in the Jacksonville Area

Written by: Chuck Navarra

Hey there! I’m Chuck, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local Expert! I've joined Jaguars fans many times on Sundays to hear their rallying cry, "Duuuval!", but there's so much more to enjoy here in one of the nation's largest cities.

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Written by: Allaire Williams

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Written by: Allaire Williams

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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